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Chef - Aged Care/Retirement

23/02/2026
23/03/2026
Casual
WA: Perth
Care Services,Customer Service,Food Safety,Kitchen,Trade Qualified - Chef

Job Description

About The Role

We are seeking a Casual Chef to join our team at the lovely Elderbloom aged care facility in Wanneroo. This is a hands-on position where you will be responsible for providing high-quality, consistent meals for our residents, understanding that food plays a vital role in creating comfort and connection.

We are looking for a passionate individual to take ownership of the weekend service, contributing to a positive and collaborative kitchen culture.

Roster: Hours are flexible and vary throughout the week

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare and present fresh, high-quality meals for residents and staff
  • Manage special diets, including texture-modified (IDDSI) and allergen-aware meals
  • Collaborate effectively with the weekend team to maintain seamless service delivery and foster a positive kitchen environment
  • Maintain strict food safety (HACCP) standards and rigorous cleaning protocols
  • Monitor weekend inventory and ensure a seamless handover for the weekday team

Desired Skills and Experience

About You

  • Trade qualification in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent) with experience in a high-volume kitchen environment
  • Experience in aged care or large-scale catering (desirable)
  • Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team
  • Strong communication skills and a passion for resident well-being
  • Proactive, positive approach with a genuine passion for delivering quality food
  • Valid Driver's License

What We Offer

  • Pay: $28.12 base + casual loading + penalty rates
  • Opportunities for career growth and advancement
  • Uniform provided
  • Staff benefits and retail discounts across 450+ stores nationwide
  • Ongoing training and development to enhance your skills
  • Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services through Acacia Connection

Who We Are

Cater Care is a leading, 100% Australian owned contract catering service provider, operating across multiple sectors (Aged care, Education, Retirement, Retail and Remote services).

Through our values of Care, Pride and Community, we pride ourselves on diversity, work/life balance, providing excellent career opportunities to our employees. We encourage First Nations people to consider a career with us.

Next Steps

Please click “Apply for this job”. If your work history aligns with the key selection criteria for the role, one of our recruitment coordinators will be in touch. 

Please Note

As a result of revised standards around health & well-being in the aged care industry, all applicants must have a current year flu vaccination and undertake a National Criminal History Check.

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